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David Zink, 2015 Master of Divinity graduate, received the Graduate Award in Christian Education from the Baptist Association of Christian Education. The award was presented at their annual meeting on April 14. The award is given to a graduating student who has been involved in a local church and serving in the area of Christian Educational ministry. Zink lives in Missouri and serves as the Campus Life Supervisor for the Missouri Baptist Children’s Home. Before this appointment he served as Chaplain Mercy Hospital and Youth Pastor at Macedonia Baptist Church, in Springfield, MO.

Graduation Celebration – June 3, Frisco, Texas

Preston Trail Community Church in Frisco, TX, is the site of this year’s graduation ceremonies. In addition to commemorating the accomplishments of our graduates, the school will also celebrate accreditation and the build-out of the institution. Four international students are in the 2015-16 graduating class. The celebration begins at 7:00 p.m. at 8055 Independence Parkway, Frisco, TX 75035. A reception will follow. All graduates, board members, donors, and friends of the institution are invited to attend.

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Renewal of Accreditation

The Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) renewed the accreditation of Rockbridge through 2021. Founded in 1926, DEAC is the premier accrediting agency for online education. DEAC initially received federal recognition in 1959 and has continually held recognition by the U.S. Department of Education ever since. Federal recognition aims to ensure that accreditors meet expectations for institutional and program participation in federal activities, such as federal financial aid programs. DEAC is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Reaccreditation takes place every 5 years.

Final Approval Step for Doctor of Ministry Program

The Doctor of Ministry in Transformational Leadership program received final approval from the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Doctor of Ministry in Transformational Leadership (DMin) is a professional doctorate designed for men and women who hold the M.Div. or its educational equivalent and who have engaged in substantial ministry leadership. Students develop transformational leadership competencies in areas such as spirituality, spiritual community, transformational discipleship, organizational leadership, and missional leadership.